Calculate exactly how much bedding sand and polymeric joint sand you need for your paver project—no guesswork, no wasted trips to the supply yard.
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Enter your project dimensions
sq ft/bag
4×8"
sq ft/bag
6×6"
sq ft/bag
6×9"
sq ft/bag
12×12"
sq ft/bag
16×16"
Coverage per 50-lb bag of polymeric sand with standard 1/8" joints
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What type of sand for bedding?
ASTM C-33 concrete sand (coarse) - never play sand
How deep should bedding sand be?
1" compacted or 1.5" uncompacted before pavers
Polymeric vs regular joint sand?
Polymeric hardens to prevent weeds and ant hills
How much sand per square foot?
About 0.31 cubic yards per 100 sq ft at 1" depth
The calculator multiplies your project's length, width, and sand depth to determine total cubic footage, then converts to cubic yards and tons based on standard sand weight (1.35 tons per cubic yard). For joint sand, it calculates bags needed based on your paver size and coverage rates. Both calculations include your selected waste factor to ensure you have enough material on hand.
Formulas
Cubic Yards = Area × Depth ÷ 324
Tons = Cubic Yards × 1.35
Joint Sand Bags = Area ÷ Coverage Rate